@pickles_momma19: Cam’s Ham is one of Huntington’s longest-running eateries, with roots going back to 1957 when it was founded by Campbell “Cam” Hagge. It originally started more as a grocery store that also sold sandwiches, hot dogs, and beer, not a full sit-down restaurant at first. Within a few years, the sandwiches — especially the now-famous ham — became so popular that the eat-in side took over and the grocery portion was phased out. In 1959 the business moved to its longtime home at 809 First Street, where it transitioned fully into the diner beloved by locals today. Since then, the menu and the classic 1950s diner vibe — complete with Coca-Cola and NASCAR memorabilia — have changed very little. Cam’s signature item is the Original Sugar-Flaked Ham Sandwich, made from thin flakes of lean ham on a toasted Grecian bun with lettuce and sweet-tangy sauce — a recipe created by Cam himself. The restaurant also became known for its hand-cut, battered onion rings. For over 40 years the Grubbs family has owned and run the restaurant, preserving that old-school atmosphere and tasty tradition. In 2012, the Food Network’s “50 States, 50 Sandwiches” list featured Cam’s ham sandwich as the best in West Virginia, bringing national attention to this hometown classic. Today, Cam’s Ham remains a beloved local institution — a piece of Huntington history and a must-visit for anyone who loves simple, flavorful diner food with decades of character behind it. #Tik#TikTokCreatorSearchInsightsIncentiveo#shoplocals#WVshoppingp#exploreWVd#hiddenshops

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